HC Questions Village Polls Based on Old Census Data
Telangana High Court directs batch of petitions challenging gram panchayat seat reservations to a division bench. Petitioners argue seats reserved for non-existent populations.
Telangana High Court directs batch of petitions challenging gram panchayat seat reservations to a division bench. Petitioners argue seats reserved for non-existent populations.
Maharashtra govt scales up its Smart & Intelligent Village scheme to 75 villages in Nagpur, Amravati, Hingoli, Sindhudurg, and Pune. The project aims for tech-enabled, service-driven rural transformation.
Villagers in Raipur protest the relocation of birds from Nandanvan Pakshi Vihar to Jungle Safari, citing livelihood threats. Forest department denies bird deaths, cites CZA directive.
The Nilgiris district has restructured its local governance, increasing grama panchayats from 35 to 96. This move, based on a 2019 proposal, aims to improve administrative access in hilly terrain. Read the full details.
Silver prices in India rose to ₹188 per gram on December 1, 2025. Check today's rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and other major cities. The festive and investment demand is driving the rally.
Gold prices show variation across India today, with Chennai leading at ₹13,167 per gram for 24K. Check the latest 22K and 18K rates for Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, and other major cities.
The Pathalgarhi movement that began in Jharkhand in 2017 has spread to Odisha and Chhattisgarh, with tribal villages declaring autonomy from government control. Explore this growing tribal assertion.
Bengali influencer Sofik SK and girlfriend Dustu Sonali's private video leaked by a friend. The couple apologizes, files a police case, and sees a massive follower surge. Read their emotional story.
Villages in Patiala's Nabha subdivision are rejecting the 30% deduction from panchayat income for secretary wages, calling it illegal. Multiple gram sabhas pass resolutions demanding revocation.
Maharashtra government issues landmark resolution granting Gram Sabhas exclusive authority to issue transit permits for minor forest produce, ending decade-long conflict.
Congress MP Benny Behanan accuses Twenty20 of lapsing Rs 35 crore in development funds across three panchayats, crippling crucial projects. Read the full investigation.
Jharkhand High Court exempts rural areas under Panchayati Raj from RRDA, JRDA jurisdiction. Landmark verdict protects gram panchayat building permissions. Read full analysis.
Karnataka government urges PM Modi's intervention as maize and green gram prices plummet. State faces agricultural emergency with 32 lakh MT maize surplus. Immediate action demanded.
Gujarat Information Commission penalizes PIO Rs 5,000 for misinterpreting RTI order, recommends action against officer. Learn how citizens can protect their right to information.
Gujarat Information Commission penalizes PIO Rs 5,000 for misusing orders to deny RTI information. Disciplinary action recommended against appellate officer. Read full details.
Hyderabad's long-delayed gram panchayat elections secure crucial ₹1,450 crore central funds before April 2026 deadline, while ₹1,550 crore remains uncertain. Learn about the financial implications for village development.
Telangana SEC announces 3-phase gram panchayat elections on Dec 11, 14, 17. Over 1.6 crore voters to elect sarpanches in 12,728 villages. Model code of conduct in effect.
Discover how Kulith Prasam, a traditional horse gram drink, can help reduce LDL cholesterol and improve heart health. Get the simple recipe and expert insights inside.
Karnataka black gram farmers demand fair pricing after maize protests. Government accused of ignoring farmer interests. Read about the growing agricultural crisis.
Police rescue BJP gram panchayat candidate kidnapped from Seppa office to prevent nomination filing. Eight suspects identified in clan-based political sabotage ahead of Dec 15 elections.
Telangana announces three-phase Gram Panchayat elections starting December 11. Nominations open November 27. Get complete schedule and details here.
BJP's Telangana unit prepares for local body elections without alliances, focusing on Backward Classes and rural development. Party aims to capitalize on Lok Sabha momentum.
Expert committee reveals Telangana's gram panchayats generate only Rs 159 per capita revenue. Structural issues and tax collection reluctance threaten rural development. Read full analysis.
Union Ministry merges eGramSwaraj and AuditOnline platforms to boost transparency in 2.5 lakh Panchayats. Learn how this digital initiative transforms rural governance.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urges Centre's intervention as maize and green gram prices hit record lows, threatening farmers' livelihoods. Learn about the crisis and government response.
Karnataka Congress MLA D Ravishankar faces and denies accusations of slapping a party worker during public grievance hearing. Both parties refute the viral incident claims.
Telangana government decides to conduct Gram Panchayat elections while postponing other local body polls. Learn about the ₹3,000 crore funds deadline driving this decision.
Karnataka High Court issues notice to state government over delayed ULB reservations affecting 187 local bodies. Stay updated on this crucial development.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 15% hike in tribal welfare budget to Rs 47,296 crore on Tribal Pride Day. Tendu leaf collectors get 33% pay raise, Forest Rights Act settlements cross 3 lakh claims.
First-year law student's body recovered from lawyer-mentor's chamber in Kakdwip. Police launch manhunt as family alleges close relationship. Unnatural death case registered.